AH-1 Cobra vs AH-64 Apache

American attack helicopter, distinguished for its service in the Vietnam War, designed for rapid frontline response and anti-armor operation.
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Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Bell
First flight 7 September 1965
Year introduced 1967
Number produced 1116 units
Average unit price $13 million
American attack helicopter, developed during the Cold War, most famous for significant deployments in Gulf War and Afghanistan conflict.
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Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Military Helicopters
Manufacturer Boeing
First flight 30 September 1975
Year introduced 1984
Number produced 2400 units
Average unit price $33 million
Wingspan 13.4 m â—‰
Height 4.4 m â—‰
Length 17.8 m â—‰
Maximum speed 277 km/h â—‰
Operational range 232 km â—‰
Service ceiling 6,096 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 8,391 kg â—‰
Empty weight 5,579 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 1,342 kW â—‰
3-view profile of AH-1 Cobra
Wingspan 14.6 m â—‰
Height 5.0 m â—‰
Length 17.7 m â—‰
Maximum speed 265 km/h â—‰
Operational range 485 km â—‰
Service ceiling 5,670 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 10,107 kg â—‰
Empty weight 5,352 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 1,208 kW â—‰
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